Synonyms of backhand

Noun


1. backhand, backhand stroke, backhand shot, return

usage: a return made with the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke

Verb


1. backhand, hit

usage: hit a tennis ball backhand

Adjective


1. backhand(prenominal) (vs. forehand), backhanded

usage: (of racket strokes) made across the body with back of hand facing direction of stroke

2. backhand, left-slanting, written (vs. spoken)

usage: (of handwriting) having the letters slanting backward

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Definition and meaning of backhand (Dictionary)